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AUDIO MIXING#1

The process of combining multiple audio tracks into a final version, balancing levels, and applying effects for clarity.

LIVE SOUND ENGINEERING#2

The art of managing audio in real-time during live events, ensuring optimal sound quality for performers and audiences.

SIGNAL FLOW#3

The path audio signals take from source to output, crucial for understanding how to set up and troubleshoot audio systems.

MIXER#4

A device used to combine and adjust levels of multiple audio signals, essential for live sound management.

EQUALIZATION (EQ)#5

The adjustment of frequency levels in audio signals to enhance clarity and balance in sound.

FOH (FRONT OF HOUSE)#6

The area where the sound engineer operates during a live event, managing audio for the audience.

MONITORING#7

Providing audio feedback to performers through speakers or in-ear monitors, crucial for their performance.

SOUND CHECK#8

A pre-event process where audio equipment is tested and adjusted to ensure optimal sound quality.

DYNAMIC RANGE#9

The difference between the quietest and loudest parts of an audio signal, important for mixing decisions.

PHASE CANCELLATION#10

A phenomenon where two audio signals interfere, potentially reducing sound quality; understanding it helps avoid issues.

GAIN STRUCTURE#11

The management of levels throughout the audio signal path to avoid distortion and ensure clarity.

REVERB#12

An audio effect that simulates the natural echo of sound in a space, enhancing the audio experience.

FOH ENGINEER#13

The sound engineer responsible for mixing audio for the audience during live events.

LAVALIER MICROPHONE#14

A small microphone clipped to clothing, commonly used in live performances for unobtrusive audio capture.

DI BOX (DIRECT INJECTION BOX)#15

A device that connects instruments to a mixer, converting high-impedance signals to low-impedance for better sound.

SOUND DESIGN#16

The process of creating audio elements for live events, including music, effects, and ambiance.

AUDIO INTERFACE#17

A device that connects microphones and instruments to computers, enabling digital audio recording and mixing.

FREQUENCY RESPONSE#18

The range of frequencies an audio device can reproduce, important for sound quality assessment.

CROSSOVER#19

A device that splits audio signals into different frequency ranges for various speakers, optimizing sound output.

AMPLIFIER#20

An electronic device that increases the power of audio signals, essential for driving speakers in live sound.

SOUND REINFORCEMENT#21

The use of audio equipment to enhance sound levels for live performances, ensuring clarity and volume.

ACOUSTICS#22

The study of sound and its behavior in different environments, crucial for effective sound design.

POST-PRODUCTION#23

The phase after a live event where recordings are edited and mixed for final output, often used for review.

TEAM COORDINATION#24

The collaborative effort among sound engineers, performers, and technical staff to ensure a successful event.

SAFETY PROTOCOLS#25

Guidelines ensuring the safety of all participants during live events, covering equipment handling and emergency procedures.

TROUBLESHOOTING#26

The process of identifying and resolving audio issues that arise during live events, crucial for seamless performances.